Hotel Hero Awards

Beth Comandao, Orchard Hotels

Beth’s ascent within the Orchard Hotels family has been an inspiration for many others.  She started out as an accounting clerk in 2001, after working for the Triton and Villa Florence Hotels.  She is the poster child for promoting from within.  Many staff members refer to her as “Ate Beth” which means the eldest sister …the leader of the pack.   A winner of the Employee of the Year Award, Beth moved on to become Operations Manager of both the Orchard and Orchard Garden in 2006.  She now responsible for Accounting, Guest Services, including Front Desk, Bell and Door Staff, Concierge and Night Audit.  All of this while insuring that the owner’s vision of two “green” hotels is maintained in the hotel’s day to day operations. 

Beth has had a positive influence in the hospitality community.  She supervises and works hand in hand with a very stable and dedicated crew.  This has certainly contributed to our being named “One of the Bay Area’s Best Places to Work” for five years in a row.  The Orchard Hotel also received the TripAdvisor Traveler’s Choice Award for Best Luxury Hotel in 2008.  A devoted and happy staff make loyal customers…it’s that simple.  And we all know what it takes to make it look easy.  It’s hands on, every day…all the time.  Beth is constantly promoting the industry….and she really lives it, because even her husand, sister and mother work in hotels around the City.  Thank you, Beth…you’re our hero.